Man charged with murder over Sydney shooting

A man accused of shooting two brothers in Sydney's west, killing one, has been remanded in custody in court.

Gavin Anthony Bell has been charged with murder and attempted murder after he allegedly shot a 17-year-old and his 25-year-old brother in front of their parents at their Werrington home on Sunday night.

Both victims were taken to Nepean Hospital where the teenager later died.

Bell was arrested at Kingswood last night and did not apply for bail at Penrith Local Court this morning.

Meanwhile, police say investigations into the shootings are continuing and have urged anyone with information to come forward.

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